Norwich City FC triumph over SESA FA as defending champions Punjab FC & Mohun Bagan SG, RFYC also win

ANI April 11, 2025 158 views

Norwich City FC delivered a spectacular performance in the Dream Sports Championship Football 2025 National Finals, routing SESA FA 5-0. Benjamin Assongo and Ajay Samuel were instrumental in the victory, scoring multiple goals throughout the match. Other teams like Punjab FC and Mohun Bagan also secured impressive wins in their respective matches. The tournament continues with exciting matchups in the Girls National Finals across various venues.

"Benjamin Assongo initiated the scoring in the 15th minute" - Match Report
Panaji, April 10: Norwich City delivered a strong performance against SESA FA on Thursday evening, cruising to an emphatic 5-0 victory in the ongoing Dream Sports Championship Football 2025 National Finals, according to a release from Dream Sports Foundation.

Key Points

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Norwich City's Benjamin Assongo scores brace in comprehensive win

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Punjab FC overcomes early setback to secure victory

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Reliance Foundation Young Champs deliver masterclass performance

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Mohun Bagan Super Giant continues winning streak

Benjamin Assongo initiated the scoring in the 15th minute, before Ajay Samuel extended their advantage 10 minutes later. Assongo completed his brace just before halftime, with Samuel adding his second in the 72nd minute. Lorenzo Sanchez rounded off the dominant display with a well-taken finish five minutes from time.

In contrast, Punjab FC - defending champions of the U-17 football tournament - overcame an early setback to defeat Football 4 Change 3-1. After falling behind to Houlungou Mate's fifth-minute opener, Rishikanta Singh levelled before Vishal Yadav's second-half double secured all three points.

The morning action saw Reliance Foundation Young Champs deliver a masterclass against Dempo SC. Skipper Shawn Appolinario Fernandes produced a stunning four-goal performance, finding the net twice in quick succession early on, before adding two more in the second half. Substitute Harshal Manigandan completed the rout with a 71st-minute strike.

Meanwhile, Mohun Bagan Super Giant continued their winning streak by defeating Chennaiyin FC 3-0, with Aditya Mondal and Prem Hansdak scoring a minute apart in the first half, before Thangngaisang Haokip sealed matters in stoppage time.

The schedule for Day 4 of the DSC Football 2025 Girls National Finals:

Benaulim8:30 am - Goa FA vs Assam FA 5:30 pm - Odisha FA vs Kerala FA

Utorda8:30 - Karnataka State FA vs Jharkhand FA5:30 - Delhi SA vs Rajasthan FA.

Reader Comments

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James K.
What a performance by Norwich City! That 5-0 scoreline doesn't lie - complete domination from start to finish. Assongo and Samuel were on fire 🔥
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Priya M.
Shawn Appolinario Fernandes with FOUR goals? That's insane! RFYC are looking like serious contenders this year. Can't wait to see more from this young talent.
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Rahul S.
While the results are exciting, I wish the article gave more context about the tournament format and standings. The coverage feels a bit stats-heavy without enough background.
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Anika T.
Mohun Bagan keeping that winning streak alive! 3-0 against Chennaiyin is no small feat. Their defense has been rock solid this season 💪
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Sanjay P.
Punjab FC showing real championship mentality coming back from that early goal. Vishal Yadav's second half performance was clutch!
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Meera L.
So happy to see girls' matches getting equal coverage! Looking forward to the Kerala vs Odisha match tomorrow - should be a cracker âš½

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